Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The holiday lasts seven days, starting December 26th, each one with a focus on a different principle: Day 1. Umoja means unity. Day 2. Kujichagulia means self-determination. Day 3. Ujima means working together. Day 4. Ujamaa means supporting each other. Day 5. Nia means purpose. Day 6. Kuumba means … [Read more...] about 5 Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
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Celebrate Kwanzaa with SpiritHouse South: free photo shoot and more
SpiritHouse South is hosting some Kwanzaa events in 2025. Make sure to follow each link and register if necessary. Kwanzaa Celebration: Family Vision BoardingSaturday, December 27, 202512 to 3 p.m.Cocoa Cinnamon2013 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NCFree (register) Enjoy a fun Kujichagulia (Self Determination) event where families come together to create vision boards that reflect their dreams and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Kwanzaa with SpiritHouse South: free photo shoot and more
Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26
The Annual Hayti Legacy Kwanzaa Celebration is back for 2025. It will take place on Friday, December 26, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville Street, Durham. The celebration features intergenerational cultural programming, African dance and drumming, wellness activities, youth entrepreneurship, and the Ujamaa Marketplace. The suggested donation is … [Read more...] about Hayti Kwanzaa Celebration Dec 26
Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
The Town of Carrboro is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Drakeford Library Complex, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. The Kwanzaa celebration will honor the rich cultural heritage and enduring spirit of the African American community. This joyous gathering will feature live performances, … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration in Carrboro Dec. 27
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances will start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, dance, music, poetry, food and more. In memory of Baba Chuck Davis, donated canned … [Read more...] about 40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
Kwanzaa Celebration at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Dec. 28
Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Kwanzaa celebration on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. You can find it listed on the calendar. Come together to celebrate the Kwanzaa value of Ujima, the commitment to build and maintain the community together, and to solve the community’s problems together. A Karamu, the traditional … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Dec. 28
Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Town of Cary, will host its annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. It's free to attend. Curated by Darrell Stover, Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Enjoy dance, drumming, storytelling and visual arts. … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
Kwanzaa Celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center in Raleigh
Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center, 4200 Lake Ridge Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding its annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 30, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. This is a free event, but donations are accepted. Please RSVP by calling 919-876-7187. The event will include: … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration at Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center in Raleigh
Celebrate Kwanzaa with Durham County Library
North Regional Library, 221 Milton Road, Durham, North Carolina is presenting Celebrate Kwanzaa on Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 1 to 2 p.m. This is a free event for all ages. Registration is required. Come celebrate and learn about Kwanzaa through conversation, stories, and songs! Is this the year that you want to begin your own home tradition of observing Kwanzaa? Or are you … [Read more...] about Celebrate Kwanzaa with Durham County Library
Celebration of Lights in Pittsboro — An Intercultural Celebration of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa
The Pittsboro Business Association, in partnership with Chatham County residents, invites you to the first Celebration of Lights. This event will celebrate the last night of Chanukah and the week of Kwanzaa. It will take place Sunday, December 29th, 2019, from 4:30 pm. to 6 pm., on the northwest corner of the courthouse circle, by Pittsboro Toys, which is at 15 Hillsboro Street, … [Read more...] about Celebration of Lights in Pittsboro — An Intercultural Celebration of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa
